Michael Sinclair Bellamy II (born June 28, 1966) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Illinois Fighting Illini, earning second-team All-American honors in 1989. Bellamy was selected by the Eagles in the second round of the 1990 NFL draft. He completed his career with the Frankfurt Galaxy of the World Football League (WFL).
.jpg) Bellamy in 2019 | |
| Howard University | |
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| Position: | Senior Analyst/QC Coach |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | June 28, 1966 New York, New York, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight: | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Kenwood Academy (Chicago, Illinois) |
| College: | College of DuPage (1986–1987) Illinois (1988–1989) |
| NFL draft: | 1990 / round: 2 / pick: 50 |
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| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
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| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
College career
editCollege of DuPage
editIn 1987, Mike Bellamy was a Junior College All-American for College of DuPage The top rated Junior College Wide Receiver prospect of 1987, Bellamy choose to attend University of Illinois. In 2009, Mike Bellamy was inducted into the NJCAA Football Hall of Fame in 2007, for his achievements over his Junior College career
University of Illinois
editIn 1989, Bellamy caught 59 passes for 927 yards and eight touchdowns for the Illinois Fighting Illini. He earned second-team All-America honors as a kick returner and first-team All-Big Ten honors as a wide receiver after the season. Being part of the 1989-1990 Fighting Illini, Bellamy and his teammates defeated the Virginia Cavaliers in the 1990 Florida Citrus Bowl. Bellamy recorded 10 catches for 189 yards for the game, leading the Illini to victory with teammate Jeff George.
Professional career
editBellamy was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round (51st overall) of the 1990 NFL draft.[1] He played in only six games for the Eagles because of injury, catching no passes. He returned a punt and two kickoffs as the Eagles reached the playoffs. He was released on August 26, 1991.[2]
Bellamy spent time on offseason rosters for the Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, and Oakland Raiders from 1992 to 1995. Being invited to participate in the resurgent World Football League, Bellamy finished his career playing in back to back World Bowl Championships, winning in 1996. In 1996, Bellamy also led the World League in touchdown receptions, along with teammates Mario Bailey and Bobby Olive.
Coaching career
editIn 2008, Bellamy was hired as the wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator for Sprayberry High School.
In 2011, Bellamy was hired as the wide receivers coach for Clark Atlanta.
In 2012, Bellamy was hired as the assistant director of player personnel for Illinois. In 2013, he became the wide receivers coach.[3]
In 2016, Bellamy was hired as a Senior Analyst/QC Coach for Mississippi State.[4]
In 2017, Bellamy was hired as the wide receivers coach for Toledo.[5][6]
In 2019, Bellamy was hired as the running backs coach for Illinois.[7][8] He held the position until 2020.[9]
In 2022, Bellamy was hired as an offensive quality control coach for Howard.<ref>"Mike Bellamy - Offensive Quality Control - Football Support Staff". Howard University Athletics. Retrieved February 25, 2024.</ref
References
edit- ^ "1990 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 24, 2023.
- ^ "Toney and Bellamy among Eagles cuts". Reading Eagle. August 26, 1991. Retrieved May 14, 2010.
- ^ Forza, Apollo (February 18, 2013). "Mike Bellamy Is Our New WR Coach". The Champaign Room. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ Vainisi, Jim (July 21, 2016). "Mike Bellamy is joining the Mississippi State staff". The Champaign Room. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ "Mike Bellamy - Football Coach". University of Toledo Athletics. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ "UT receivers coach Bellamy headed to Illinois". The Blade. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ "OrangeandBlueNews - Mike Bellamy: "I've always dreamed of being here"". illinois.rivals.com. March 2, 2019. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ Tribune, Chicago (February 15, 2019). "Former Illinois star Mike Bellamy returning as running backs coach: report". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ "Mike Bellamy - Running Backs Coach - Football Coaches". University of Illinois Athletics. Retrieved February 25, 2024.